Methyl acrylate, stabilized is a colorless volatile liquid with an acrid odor. Flash point 27°F. Vapors may irritate the eyes and respiratory system. Highly toxic by inhalation, ingestion and skin absorption. Less dense than water (0.957 gm / cm³) and slightly soluble in water, hence floats on water. Vapors heavier than air. Methyl acrylate is an enoate ester.
Physical & Chemical Properties
Molecular FormulaC4H6O2
Density:0.94/cm³g/cm³
Boiling Point:
Solubility:Slightly soluble in water, freely soluble in ethanol, ether, acetone and benzene.
Molecular Weight:100.1
Flash Point:10℃
Melting Point:
Uses
Mainly used as a monomer for synthetic polymers, as the second monomer for polyacrylonitrile fibers, and in adhesives, etc.
Safety, Security & Risk
Under light, in the presence of peroxides and at elevated temperatures, the substance may polymerize spontaneously.It reacts violently with strong acids, strong bases and strong oxidizing agents.Risk of fire and explosion.